Chapter 13 Introduction

Livable communities are beneficial to people of all ages, including older adults. They:

• offer residents affordable and accessible choices in where to live and how to get around as they age;
• provide access to essential goods and services, public spaces, and employment opportunities;
• equitably serve people of all ages, ability levels, incomes, races, ethnicities, and other backgrounds;
• support independence and social engagement; and
• promote health, public safety, personal security, and environmental sustainability.